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What is LEAD?
The LEAD Innovation Studio is a full-day program where we immerse students in a flexible, personalized learning environment, focused on problem solving and project-based learning.
Who Goes to LEAD?
The LEAD Innovation Studio is for any high-school student in the Park Hill School District. LEAD has students of every background and ability level.
News & Stories
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We are #ParkHillProud of our first-ever Seal of Biliteracy recipients! This award recognizes graduating students who demonstrate proficiency in English and one or more other world language(s), while also proving their ability to connect across cultures.
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Our National Merit Semifinalists are officially National Merit Finalists, a distinction earned by fewer than one percent of U.S. high school graduating seniors!
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We are #ParkHillProud of our five National Merit Commended Students from Park Hill High School!
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We are #ParkHillProud of our six National Merit Semifinalists!
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Freshman Orientation is coming up Thursday, Aug. 7, from 8:10 to 11:10 a.m.
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Congratulations to Park Hill High School and LEAD Innovation Studio senior Corbin Moyer for achieving Premier Distinction, the highest degree in the National Speech and Debate Association Honor Society!
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Congratulations to the LEAD Black Student Union (BSU) for receiving the 2023 NKC BSU Sankofa EMERGING LEADER Award.
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Through a social change internship at @StartlandKC and community engagement, a senior at PH LEAD Innovation Studio gave a passion project its wings. Learn more about her butterfly garden and the future of the project in this "Park Hill Story."
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New indoor and outdoor spaces foster collaboration at PH LEAD Innovation Studio. See these spaces in action and hear how they're helping students learn in this year's "LEAD Spotlight."
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We host our showcase each May. Check out examples of amazing student projects at LEAD.
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The district received the Innovation Award for the LEAD Innovation Studio. Recognizing creative practices for making a powerful difference for students and staff, the $1,250 award is a collaboration between the Missouri Association of School Administrators and McKinstry, a design and construction company.
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